Materials Handling For Construction

The Materials Handling for Construction online training from OSHA Education School is an intermediate-level safety course focusing on the prevention of injury by adhering to established regulations regarding safe use and maintenance, rigging of equipment, and the proper disposal of debris and other associated construction-related waste. Additionally, participants can expect training covering manual and mechanical material handling, hand-powered tools, and necessary equipment safety. OSHA Education School’s Materials Handling for Construction online training is designed to provide participants with an understanding of the equipment, systems, and procedures needed to prevent workplace accidents and mitigate risk. Participants can also expect to learn the legal requirements for ensuring safety to the highest standard in the workplace. Specific course topics include the following: Introduction to materials handling Manual handling techniques Non-powered handling equipment Power industrial trucks Conveyers Cranes, hoists & rigging Slings Storage and disposal Specific industry terms discussed throughout the duration of the course include the following: Materials handling OSHA Mechanical material handling

OSHA Education School’s Materials Handling for Construction online training teaches participants the importance of materials handling, storage, use, and disposal. Upon successful completion of this course, participants will: Understand why adhering to OSHA requirements for safe handling and storage of materials is imperative to jobsite safety Know applicable safe handling and disposal methods as established by OSHA Be aware of the relevant specific OSHA requirements for safe materials handling